Stir-Fried Chinese Chicken and Broccoli
A quick and delicious stir-fry of tender chicken breast and vibrant broccoli in a savory soy sauce blend, perfect for weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chicken breast, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced ginger and garlic. Stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the sliced chicken to the pan. Cook until browned and fully cooked through.
- Next, add the broccoli florets. Stir-fry for about 3–4 minutes until they become tender and crisp.
- Pour in the soy sauce, mixing well to coat the chicken and broccoli evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
Slice chicken against the grain for tender pieces. Don’t overcrowd the pan for even cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg